This document discusses how technologies are designed to take as much of our attention as possible and offers tips on how to become masters of our technology rather than letting it master us. It suggests turning off notifications, auto-play, and using focus modes on devices. It also provides a list of 13 alternative areas to focus our attention, such as volunteering, learning new things, spending time with family, and seeking quiet time.

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5. ATTENTION
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6. ATTENTION-DEFINED
notice taken of someone or something; the regarding of someone or
something as interesting or important
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10. “Handheld devices, such as
smartphones, are a blessing, but
they can also distract us from
hearing the “still, small voice.” They
need to be our servants, not our
masters.
For example, if later tonight you
share inspiring thoughts from this
devotional on social media, your
smartphone is a servant. If you
randomly surf the Internet, your
smartphone is a master.”
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TECHNOLOGY?
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NOTIFICATIONS
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NOTIFICATIONS
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NOTIFICATIONS
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18. WHATSHOULDWE
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19. WHATSHOULDWE
FOCUSOURATTENTIONON?
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1. Volunteer and serve
2. Learn something new
3. Cultivate social connections
4. Take care of your health and
wellbeing
5. Read — a lot
6. Journal
7. Have a hobby
8. Get a job
9. Re
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10.Get your house and o
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11. Take a Walk Outside
12.Spend time with your family
13.Work on Family History
14.Feeling the spirit

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21. We simply have too
many distractions to
capture our attention,
unlike any time in the
history of the world.
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